5 Best Family-Friendly Cafes in Downtown, Colorado Springs CO
Updated 11 October 2026 · 8 cafes in Downtown, Colorado Springs CO considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five cafes in Downtown Colorado Springs CO that Google groups under family friendly, ordered by rating and weighted by how many people reviewed each one. Eight qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry includes the listed category, hours, address and price range, plus the features Google displays and themes from reviews. It is intended for families and small groups who want a relaxed place with seating, drinks and food that suits a mixed crowd.
#1
Corter Coffee Roasters
★ 4.9 (511 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Corter Coffee Roasters is at 406 S 8th St B and holds a 4.9 rating from 511 Google reviews. Listed hours run from 6 am to 5 pm on most days and from 7 am on weekends. The listed price range is $1 to $10. Google shows dine-in, takeaway, delivery, dessert, a restroom and a casual, cozy, quiet setting. Reviewers say dogs are allowed inside, mention that a group of 22 was served well, and describe the pour-over as generous and strong.
Best for: Groups and relaxed coffee breaks
- Address
- 406 S 8th St B, Colorado Springs, CO 80905, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–5 pm; Mon 6 am–5 pm; Sat 7 am–5 pm; Sun 7 am–5 pm; Thu 6 am–5 pm; Tue 6 am–5 pm; Wed 6 am–5 pm
#2
Caffeinated Cow
★ 4.8 (873 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Caffeinated Cow is at 1791 S 8th St G, rated 4.8 from 873 Google reviews. Hours run from about 7 am to 8 or 9 pm, with weekend hours as well. The listed price range is $1 to $10. Google lists a drive-through, outdoor seating, breakfast, lunch, dessert and vegan options. Reviewers mention rotating ice cream flavors, dairy-free sorbet options and a decor theme built around cows. Seating is described as basic but functional.
Best for: Ice cream and dairy-free treats
- Address
- 1791 S 8th St G, Colorado Springs, CO 80905, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–9 pm; Mon 7 am–8 pm; Sat 8 am–9 pm; Sun 8 am–8 pm; Thu 7 am–8 pm; Tue 7 am–8 pm; Wed 7 am–8 pm
#3
Jives Coffee Lounge
★ 4.7 (2,140 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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Jives Coffee Lounge is at 16 Colbrunn Ct and is rated 4.7 from 2,140 Google reviews. Hours run from 7 am to 8 pm most days, and until 9 pm on Wednesday and Thursday. The listed price range is $10 to $20. Google shows outdoor seating, kerbside pickup, drive-through, breakfast, lunch and live music. Reviewers say the line moves quickly even when busy, describe the room as warm and cozy, mention a dog welcomed with a pup cup, and note slower service at peak times.
Best for: Busy breakfast crowds and dog-friendly visits
- Address
- 16 Colbrunn Ct, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–8 pm; Mon 7 am–8 pm; Sat 7 am–8 pm; Sun 7 am–8 pm; Thu 7 am–9 pm; Tue 7 am–8 pm; Wed 7 am–9 pm
#4
Building Three Coffee
★ 4.7 (684 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Building Three Coffee is at 2727 N Cascade Ave Ste 155 and is rated 4.7 from 684 Google reviews. It is open Monday through Saturday from 6 am to 6 pm and closed on Sunday. The listed price range is $1 to $10. Google shows outdoor seating, breakfast, brunch, vegetarian options and a quick bite menu. Reviewers mention a roastery that offers tours, hand-poured coffee, and a former elementary school where several businesses share the building and a hallway holds overflow tables.
Best for: Coffee in a converted school building
- Address
- 2727 N Cascade Ave Ste 155, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–6 pm; Mon 6 am–6 pm; Sat 6 am–6 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 6 am–6 pm; Tue 6 am–6 pm; Wed 6 am–6 pm
#5
Kairos Coffee House
★ 4.6 (1,422 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Kairos Coffee House is at 505 Popes Bluff Trail and carries a 4.6 rating from 1,422 Google reviews. Hours run from 7 am to 5 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 5 pm on Saturday, and it is closed on Sunday. The listed price range is $1 to $10. Google lists a fireplace, outdoor seating, breakfast, brunch, lunch and dessert. Reviewers describe a warm, stylish space with creative lattes and good coffee, and mention waits at busy times and slow food service.
Best for: Fireplace seating and creative lattes
- Address
- 505 Popes Bluff Trail, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon 7 am–5 pm; Sat 8 am–5 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 7 am–5 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 8 cafes in Downtown, Colorado Springs CO with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Family friendly”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Corter Coffee Roasters opens at 6 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Corter Coffee Roasters ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 511 reviews. Caffeinated Cow is second at 4.8 from 873 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, Colorado Springs CO are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Caffeinated Cow, at 9 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Corter Coffee Roasters $1–10; Caffeinated Cow $1–10; Jives Coffee Lounge $10–20; Building Three Coffee $1–10; Kairos Coffee House $1–10.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Corter Coffee Roasters, Caffeinated Cow, Jives Coffee Lounge, Building Three Coffee and Kairos Coffee House.
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